Just three weeks following the tragic passing of Liam Payne, the Jonas Brothers made a heartfelt tribute by performing One Direction’s iconic song “Night Changes” during their concert in Highland, California, on Sunday night, November 11. This poignant moment resonated deeply with fans and served as a reminder of the impact that Payne had on the music world.

Onstage at the Yaamava’ Theater, the Jonas Brothers—Nick, Joe, and Kevin—delivered a beautifully nuanced rendition of the song. The performance featured a blend of Nick’s smooth vocals and Joe’s energetic presence, harmonizing seamlessly as they strummed dual electric guitars alongside their older brother, Kevin. As they sang, “We’re only gettin’ older, baby/ And I’ve been thinkin’ about it lately/ Does it ever drive you crazy/ Just how fast the night changes?” the audience joined in, creating an atmosphere charged with emotion and nostalgia.

As the song concluded, Nick poignantly sang a part of the last line—“It’ll never change….”—before gesturing to the audience to complete it. In a touching moment of unity, the crowd responded with “… for me and you,” followed by a wave of applause that echoed their shared grief and celebration of life.

The atmosphere was undeniably heavy with unexpressed emotions, especially as many in the music industry, particularly those close to Payne, grapple with the heartbreaking loss of the talented artist behind “Strip That Down.” On October 16, the former boy band star tragically fell from a third-story balcony at his hotel in Buenos Aires. Subsequent toxicology reports revealed the presence of substances including alcohol, cocaine, and prescription antidepressants in his system at the time of his death.

The investigation into the circumstances surrounding his fall is ongoing, with authorities having detained three individuals connected to the incident. They face serious charges, including abandonment of a person followed by death and the supply and facilitation of narcotics, as stated by the National Criminal and Correctional Prosecutor. One of those detained, a 24-year-old waiter named Braian Nahuel Paiz, who claimed to have partied with Payne on that fateful night, has publicly denied administering any drugs to the singer.

Payne leaves behind a son, Bear, whom he shares with ex-partner Cheryl Cole. In the aftermath of his passing, many of Payne’s friends and family expressed their sorrow, including all four of his former bandmates from One Direction: Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, and Louis Tomlinson. They collectively stated, “We are completely devastated … We will take some time to grieve and process the loss of our brother, who we loved dearly. The memories we shared with him will be treasured forever.”

To experience the emotional performance of the Jonas Brothers covering “Night Changes,” watch the video below.